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Perfect Kosher Turkey Burgers with Avocado & Sweet Potato Fries

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Meat (Fleishig)

Turkey burgers often turn out dry because turkey is much leaner than beef. These stay juicy thanks to finely diced onion and an egg in the mix, and they’re served with sliced avocado and crisp oven-roasted sweet potato fries.

Keeping Turkey Burgers Juicy

Use ground turkey with some fat (93/7 is a good balance) and season it generously, since turkey is milder than beef. The diced onion releases moisture as the burgers cook, and the egg holds them together. Handle the meat gently, and don’t press the patties with a spatula in the pan; that squeezes out the juices. Cook to 165°F in the center.

Timing the Fries

Put the sweet potato fries in the oven first. Cut them to an even half-inch thickness, toss with oil and seasoning, and spread them out in a single layer so they roast rather than steam. They take about as long as the burgers once the patties hit the pan, so everything is ready together.

Kosher Notes

This is a meat (fleishig) meal. Avocado adds the creaminess that cheese would otherwise provide. Check that your hamburger buns are pareve, because some breads are made with milk or butter. Leftover burgers keep for 3 days in the fridge; reheat the fries in a hot oven to crisp them up again.

Perfect Kosher Turkey Burgers with Avocado & Sweet Potato Fries
These juicy kosher turkey burgers stay moist with diced onions and egg, topped with creamy avocado and served alongside crispy roasted sweet potato fries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Turkey Burgers
  • 1.5 pounds ground turkey 93/7 lean works best
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Sweet Potato Fries
  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
  • 4 hamburger buns kosher
  • 2 large avocados sliced
  • 4 leaves lettuce butter or romaine
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced, optional

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Method
 

Prepare Sweet Potato Fries
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and peel sweet potatoes, then cut into 1/2-inch thick strips. Try to keep them uniform for even cooking.
  3. Toss sweet potato strips with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they don't overlap.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until edges are crispy and golden brown.
Make Turkey Burgers
  1. While sweet potatoes are roasting, combine ground turkey, diced onion, beaten egg, minced garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Don't overwork the meat or the burgers will be tough.
  3. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing up.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, or preheat your grill.
  5. Cook burgers for 5-6 minutes on the first side without pressing down. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Let burgers rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Lightly toast hamburger buns if desired.
  2. Place each burger on a bun bottom and top with avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and red onion if using.
  3. Serve immediately with the hot sweet potato fries on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard to the turkey mixture. The burgers can be formed up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated. Sweet potato fries are best served immediately but can be reheated in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes to crisp them back up. Store leftover cooked burgers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings per recipe
Serving size 1 serving
Calories 485
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 95mg 32%
Sodium 520mg 23%
Dietary Fiber 8g 29%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 28g 56%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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